TASKS/ACTIVITIES
The role of the Traffic Control Operator is to:
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Control the vessel traffic on the whole field (block17 / 32) and its surrounding on a 24/7 basis.
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Provide reliable communications between the FPSO and:
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Other vessels / FPSO
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Helicopter traffic
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Use all electronics detection means put at his disposal (Radar, AIS, ECDIS, Signalis, CCTV, etc…) to monitor/record the Marine Restricted Area vessel’s entry.

JOB DESCRIPTION
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He performs all radio communications and maintains continuous proper look-out by hearing, using GMDSS equipment Maintain continuous vessel traffic and ISPS watch using RADAR, AIS and SIGNALIS systems and issues event report in case of vessel intrusion.
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He updates vessel database of entry permits and maintains a record.
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He Implements vessel routing as instructed by OLC. (As soon as vessel left Luanda)
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Broadcast Marine Information and alert on VHF, as tanker arrival message/weather alert/specific marine activity, etc..
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He acts as OLC during night time following Offshore Logistic Coordinator instructions
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He carry out the daily communication with chopper and surfer for block 17 passengers transfer.
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He maintains continuous watch on radio BLU/VHF and phone
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He takes on a support role in emergency situations: emergency radio communications and communication log keeping.
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He monitors the weather and sea conditions and informs the helico Pilot of any changes which may impact the marine and aeronautical operations.
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Act as a backup Boatlanding officer in the absence of night shift radio operation
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He maintains records:
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Radio communications.
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MSA, MRA and 500m zone vessel’s entries.
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Marine and aeronautic activities.
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ISPS events.